Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
uviformis
ID:
498334

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Loes.

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. Ed. 2 (A):628

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000497666



Common Names

  • Plagiostachys Uviformis
  • Uviform Plagiostachys
  • Uviform Fan-Fern


Searching for Plagiostachys uviformis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Alpinia annabellae Ridl. [valid]
  • Alpinia uviformis (L.) Horan. [valid]
  • Globba uviformis L. [valid]
  • Languas uviformis (L.) Burkill [valid]

Description

Plagiostachys uviformis (also called Fan Flower, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has small, fan-shaped flowers that range in color from white to pink and purple. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Plagiostachys uviformis is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It has a long flowering season and is drought tolerant, making it an ideal choice for hot, dry climates.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Plagiostachys uviformis are white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and slender.

Searching for Plagiostachys uviformis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Plagiostachys uviformis is a slow-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub that can reach up to 4 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done through stem cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be about 6 inches long and the leaves should be removed from the lower half of the cutting. The cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Plagiostachys uviformis

Plagiostachys uviformis can be found in the tropical areas of Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands.

Plagiostachys uviformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plagiostachys uviformis?

Plagiostachys uviformis

What is the common name of Plagiostachys uviformis?

Uviform plume

What is the natural habitat of Plagiostachys uviformis?

Plagiostachys uviformis is native to Indonesia and Malaysia.

Species in the Plagiostachys genus

Species in the Zingiberaceae family

Haniffia albiflora, Haniffia cyanescens, Haniffia flavescens, Haniffia santubongensis, Hedychium biflorum, Hedychium bijiangense, Hedychium boloveniorum, Hedychium bordelonianum, Hedychium borneense, Hedychium bousigonianum, Hedychium brevicaule, Hedychium calcaratum, Hedychium carneum, Hedychium coccineum, Hedychium convexum, Hedychium coronarium, Hedychium deceptum, Hedychium dekianum, Hedychium densiflorum, Hedychium elatum, Hedychium ellipticum, Hedychium elwesii, Hedychium emeiense, Hedychium erythrostemon, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavum, Hedychium forrestii, Hedychium gardnerianum, Hedychium glabrum, Hedychium glaucum, Hedychium gomezianum, Hedychium gracillimum, Hedychium grandiflorum, Hedychium gratum, Hedychium greenii, Hedychium griersonianum, Hedychium griffithianum, Hedychium hasseltii, Hedychium heteromallum, Hedychium hirsutissimum, Hedychium hookeri, Hedychium horsfieldii, Hedychium intermedium, Hedychium kwangsiense, Hedychium larsenii, Hedychium lineare, Hedychium longicornutum, Hedychium longipedunculatum, Hedychium luteum,

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Ludwig Eduard Theodor Loesener (1865-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Loes.' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0000497666: Based on the initial data import